Gourmet meat loaf

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupSoft bread crumbs
¾cupRose wine
1packInstant beef broth
¼cupWater
2tablespoonsInstant minced onions
2tablespoonsInstant green peppers
½teaspoonSalt
½teaspoonDry mustard
1Egg, slightly beaten
poundsLean ground meat

Directions

1. Combine soft bread crumbs, wine, the package of instant beef broth, onions, peppers and water in a large heat-resistant, non-metallic bowl. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 4 minutes. 2. Stir in salt, dry mustard, egg and ground meat. 3. Press firmly into an 8½-inch, heat-resistant, non-metallic round baking dish with custard cup in the center (right side of cup facing down). 4. The ring shape will bake very evenly and the excess fat will be collected under the inverted cup. Heat, loosely covered with paper towel, in Microwave Oven 12 minutes. NOTE: Any combination of beef, veal, lamb or pork may be used